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… Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrived in Oslo late on Tuesday, meeting with Norway’s prime minister to discuss the war with Russia, officials from both sides said. …
With large crowds attending, Norway lays King Harald to restThe Chronicle
… Neither the 25-year, $400bn partnership with China nor the strategic treaty signed with Russia in early 2025 delivered the stability Tehran sought. …
Feature: Six months on, Iran is still standing, but survival is becoming more costlyJoy Online
The first road bridge linking Russia and North Korea has opened, allowing the two countries to more easily move cargo and passengers between their border across the Tumen River. …
North Korea and Russia open first road bridge linking both countriesJoy Online
… The three African goalkeepers will face competition from Belgium’s Thibaut Courtois, Spain trio Joan García, David Raya and Unai Simón, Switzerland’s Gregor Kobel, Argentina’s Emiliano Martínez and Russia’s Matvey Safonov. …
Ballon D’or: Three Africans make 2026 Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year shortlistJoy Online
At least two people have been killed after Russia resumed airstrikes on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv early on Tuesday, officials said. …
At least two people dead after Russian strikes on KyivJoy Online
… ing forward to working with him again, after 14 years, and we both share a strong ambition to keep Croatia a top, successful team, shoulder to shoulder with the best teams in the world.” Modric, who currently plays for AC Milan, won the Golden Ball at the 2018 World Cup in Russia …
Modric plans to play for Croatia past 41st birthdayJoy Online
… Both Russia and Ukraine have said they will halt strikes on each others’ capital cities for three days while the delegation conducts its visit. …
US envoys arrive in Moscow ahead of Ukraine talksJoy Online
… In Ukraine, Russia’s war has created a serious humanitarian challenge. Children have been separated from their families, civilians detained, and prisoners of war held away from their homes. …
When war takes more than territory: The human cost of conflictJoy Online
… The last time businesses and drivers saw sky-high fuel prices was in June 2022, when diesel reached nearly $5.82 a gallon on average months after the Ukraine war began and world leaders imposed sanctions against Russia, a leading oil producer. …
US diesel prices hit a record high, pushing up transportation costs for a long list of goodsThe Chronicle
… In a post on X, Naftogaz said the seizure made up “part of global efforts to enforce the arbitral award obtained by Naftogaz against the Russian Federation in connection with the unlawful expropriation of their assets in Crimea, which Russia illegally annexed in 2014”. …
Norway seizes Russian ship in Arctic over Crimea compensation claimResidents and traditional authorities in Adipa have raised environmental and public health concerns over waste transportation to the Adipa Engineered Landfill Site. A stakeholder engagement facilitated by MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh brought together local officials, community representatives, and Zoomlion, with the company pledging support measures to address community concerns.
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Residents and traditional authorities in Adipa have raised environmental and public health concerns over waste transportation to the Adipa Engineered Landfill Site. A stakeholder engagement facilitated by MP Frank Annoh-Dompreh brought together local officials, community representatives, and Zoomlion, with the company pledging support measures to address community concerns.
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A civilian cargo ship, the Alfa Watan, has sunk and its crew is missing after being attacked by air and sea drones in the Black Sea off Bulgaria's coast. A second vessel, the Able, carrying grain was also hit; its 18 crew members were rescued by Bulgarian sailors.
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A 17-member committee has been formed to address concerns raised by residents of Adipa and surrounding communities over waste disposal activities at the Adipa Engineered Landfill Site, following a stakeholder meeting involving traditional authorities, local government officials, and company representatives. The committee will be chaired by the Chief of Nsawam, and Zoomlion has announced a package of interventions including health centre construction, water projects, fumigation exercises, and scholarship support for affected communities.
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George Abradu-Otoo, CEO of Ghana's National Food Buffer Stock Company, called for increased investment in technology—including artificial intelligence, drones, and climate sensors—to strengthen food security across Africa. He made the call at BIOPROM 2026, a biotechnology forum in Russia, and commended Ghana's government for initiatives like the Agriculture for Economic Transformation programme.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Brent crude fell 0.65% to $101.59 a barrel and US WTI dropped 1.03% to $90.12 as the Group of Seven agreed Friday to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude from emergency reserves, while Middle East crude exports rose above pre-war levels in four of the final seven days of September.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told the 81st United Nations General Assembly that Russia is using citizens from Ghana and 46 other countries in its war against Ukraine.
4 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Vladimir Putin said Russia will use all weapons at its disposal if Kaliningrad comes under direct attack, insisting Moscow is responding to Western statements about preparing for war in 2029 or 2030. Russia has accused NATO of preparing to blockade the Baltic exclave, warning it would use nuclear weapons if the West cut off Kaliningrad from the rest of Russia.
2 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Britain is in talks with EU partners to release additional strategic fuel reserves, including diesel, if needed, following President Trump's threatened ban on US diesel exports. Diesel prices in the UK hit record highs this week, hovering just under 200p per litre.
1 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Two Russian drones hit the Pivdennyi (Southern) bridge, one of Kyiv's main arteries across the Dnipro river, as a metro train was crossing, halting public transport. City authorities said preliminary checks found no critical damage to the structure, but the strikes signal a new stage in Moscow's attacks on the Ukrainian capital and follow coordinated strikes on the city's energy grid.
1 October 2026 · Joy Online →
With pro-Putin legislators now dominant in Russia's parliament after recent elections, Putin appears prepared to continue the full-scale invasion of Ukraine despite battlefield losses and economic damage. Russian media suggests Moscow is emboldened by Ukraine's shortage of air defence missiles and expects intensified strikes this winter.
1 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The UK is in talks with US authorities over a potential diesel export stoppage and preparing contingencies, Chancellor John Healey has said. UK diesel prices reached record highs on Monday amid global supply pressures, and US President Donald Trump has threatened to ban diesel exports.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana aims to establish a 1 GW nuclear plant by 2030 with IAEA support, but faces financing challenges, technical hurdles including grid capacity limits, and geopolitical risks. The government should pursue a diverse investment strategy including renewable energy technologies alongside nuclear development.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
As the 81st UN General Assembly session begins, the Security Council's veto system and failure to address major crises have constrained the organisation, but the General Assembly—comprising 193 member states with equal votes—is rising in prominence as small and middle powers gain ground in global politics.
28 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
British police arrested five men on suspicion of explosives and terrorism offences near RAF Fairford airbase in England after a tip-off about suspicious vehicles. US President Donald Trump said the suspects were looking to do "big damage," and an Iranian-linked motive is considered the most likely, though Russian sabotage and Islamist plots are also being investigated.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
China's Vice President Han Zheng criticized the United States without naming it directly at the UN General Assembly, calling for respect for Middle Eastern countries' sovereignty and urging the US to lift its blockade on Cuba. The remarks came amid reports of Chinese military support to Iran and followed Trump's warning to Xi Jinping during White House talks to avoid supporting Iran.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told the UN General Assembly that Russia is using nationals from 47 countries in its war, naming Ghana among them, and appealed to those nations to protect their citizens from being recruited or deceived into fighting. Zelenskyy said some foreign nationals had been sent to the battlefield through deception and urged the countries to limit Russia's ability to recruit their people.
27 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called on Russia to abandon its "dangerous path of escalation" during talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at the UN General Assembly in New York on Saturday — the first such meeting since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Tensions have worsened following a disputed drone incident at a German airport last month, which Berlin blamed on Russia.
27 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazilian President Lula da Silva commended Ghana's President Mahama for leading a UN General Assembly resolution, adopted in March with 123 votes in favor, that declared the transatlantic trade in enslaved Africans and racialised chattel slavery the "gravest crime against humanity." The resolution was spearheaded by Mahama alongside the African Union and CARICOM, and faced 3 votes against and 52 abstentions.
24 September 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump said he would support halting American diesel exports to ease pump prices for drivers, with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirming officials are assessing whether a full or partial ban would work without disrupting refinery capabilities.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The 11th edition of the Black Star International Film Festival will run from 24–27 September 2026 in Kumasi, featuring films and industry sessions from 12 countries under the theme "Film & Global Culture: The New Wave of African Cinema."
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The US and Denmark have announced a deal on Greenland's security following President Trump's threats to seize the territory. Trump said the agreement grants the US "permanent control over security, and all other needs" in the semi-autonomous Danish territory, with no cost to the United States and expected to be signed next week.
19 September 2026 · Joy Online →
French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that Russia's hybrid attacks against Europe and France have intensified, and said he ordered a plan to protect critical infrastructure and defence industry sites. He said France had been targeted by such attacks in recent weeks and that Russia's intent is to intimidate Europe and break support for Ukraine.
18 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The US House of Representatives passed legislation giving President Donald Trump broad powers to impose sanctions on Russia and tariffs of up to 100% on countries that buy Russian oil and gas. India and China are among those most exposed, as both are major buyers of Russian crude.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted leaders from the Brics group, including China, Russia, Iran, the UAE, and South Africa, in Delhi this weekend. Though India successfully brought these geopolitically diverse nations together—despite histories of border disputes and the ongoing Iran-Middle East conflict—the summit exposed tension over achieving consensus on a new global order.
17 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Youth Development Minister George Opare Addo held discussions with the Director General of the Federal Youth Authority of the United Arab Emirates on strengthening cooperation in youth development, exchanging perspectives on youth policy, innovation, and institutional development at the International Festival of Youth in Russia. The two sides explored areas of mutual learning and potential partnerships to create opportunities for young people and strengthen youth-focused institutions.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Minister for Youth Development George Opare Addo has praised Ghana-Russia relations dating back to President Nkrumah's era, noting the relationship has supported educational development through scholarships for Ghanaian students, many of whom have returned to contribute to Ghana's development. He called for deeper cooperation that delivers tangible opportunities for young people in both countries.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The US Department of Justice has charged five men allegedly connected to Russian Intelligence Services with plotting to murder Ukrainian allies in the US and Europe, and with paying or attempting to pay people to target those aligned with Ukraine. All five remain at large, and the charges carry a maximum 20-year prison sentence for conspiracy to finance terrorism.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Minister for Youth Development has raised concerns that the dominance of the Russian language could limit opportunities for young Ghanaians seeking education and employment in Russia, and urged Russian authorities to make more information available in English.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Andrei Fursenko, aide to Russia's President, told the International Festival of Youth in Ekaterinburg that critical thinking and trust in reputation are essential safeguards against unreliable information in the "post-truth era" as artificial intelligence and the internet shape how people access information.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Russian drones hit a passenger bus and train in southern Ukraine on Wednesday, killing five people, Ukrainian officials said. The attack occurred near the frontline city of Nikopol, with seven additional people injured, as Moscow continues strikes on transport links and infrastructure.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →